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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

After the American Revolution: Free African Americans in the North

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Young scholars investigate the life of African Americans in the North during the American Revolution. They analyze how authors use various techniques to write biographies, read about Sojourner Truth, conduct research, and write an...
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Unit Plan
Massachusetts Historical Society

Massachusetts Historical Society: Phillis Wheatley

For Students 9th - 10th
Read a biography of Phillis Wheatley, along with poems and letters written by her.
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Activity
Library of Congress

Loc: America's Story: Phillis Wheatley, Poet

For Students 3rd - 8th
A brief look at the fascinating life of African American poet, Phillis Wheatley. Provides two portraits, and a sample page from Wheatley's collection of poems.